Career Opportunities: Respiratory Therapist - NICU

At Children's Minnesota, exceptional neonatal care starts with exceptional respiratory professionals. As a Respiratory Therapist in the NICU, you'll play a critical role in supporting some of the hospital's most vulnerable patients, providing specialized respiratory care that helps infants and children breathe easier and thrive during their most critical moments.

Children's Minnesota is one of the largest pediatric health systems in the United States and is nationally recognized for its commitment to patient safety and family-centered care. Respiratory therapists are an integral part of that mission, working alongside physicians, nurses, and multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative, evidence-based care for patients with complex cardiopulmonary conditions.

The Respiratory Care team is dedicated to advancing clinical excellence through cutting-edge respiratory and diagnostic services. Team members are actively involved in developing clinical treatment protocols and providing specialized care for patients with a wide range of respiratory needs. Their expertise is highly valued across the organization, creating a collaborative environment where respiratory therapists are empowered to contribute to patient care decisions and clinical innovation.

As a Respiratory Therapist, you'll perform specialized respiratory care procedures under the supervision of the medical director while utilizing advanced knowledge of cardiopulmonary physiology and respiratory therapeutics. This role requires clinical expertise, attention to detail, and strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with healthcare professionals and support patients and families throughout their care journey.

Respiratory therapists at Children's Minnesota are involved in a wide variety of advanced clinical practices, including airway management, ventilatory support technologies such as high-frequency ventilation and NAVA, asthma education, point-of-care testing, cystic fibrosis management, and emergency respiratory interventions. The team also serves as a vital part of the rapid response and code teams, helping ensure timely, life-saving care when every second counts.

What makes this opportunity especially rewarding is the culture of teamwork, open communication, safety, and respect. Children's Minnesota encourages respiratory therapists to participate in education, research, clinical improvement efforts, and operational initiatives, creating an environment that supports continuous learning and professional growth.

This cross-campus position offers the opportunity to work across both the Minneapolis and St. Paul locations, broadening your clinical experience while collaborating with talented professionals who share a commitment to delivering exceptional pediatric care. Every day, you'll have the chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families throughout the region.

If you're a dedicated respiratory therapist with a passion for pediatric and neonatal care, strong clinical skills, and a commitment to teamwork and excellence, this could be your next opportunity to make a lasting difference.

Ready to help deliver life-changing respiratory care and support the future of pediatric and neonatal health at Children's Minnesota?

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